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822 Tutor Squadron received its Air Cadet League of Canada Charter in July, 1972. The Squadrons first sponsor was the Moose Lodge located on Wabanaki Drive in Kitchener.

The Squadron adapted the name “Tutor” after the RCAF’s former training jet at the time. As the Squadron grew it moved to Suddaby Public School in Kitchener. While at this location the Squadron Sponsoring Committee sought a new primary sponsor with a long term facility to house the Squadron.

The Waterloo-Wellington airport at Breslau adopted the Squadron and provided a training area in the stable of an old dairy barn on the airport property. With a lot of volunteer work the barn was made ready for the growing Squadron and was home to the Squadron for 20 years. (1980-2000)

In 1997, under the direction of Major Tom O’Drowsky and LCol. Ronald F Gowing (RCAF Ret.), a group of parents and volunteers set out to build a new Cadet facility. A lot of hard work and long hours were put in to secure the funding for this ambitious project. Despite their best efforts, the project did not materialize. In 2000, the old barn became uninhabitable, so a new effort was taken to kick-start the funding for the new building. Over the next 4 years, volunteers secured the funding through private donations, service clubs and local businesses.

Upcoming Events

Band! Pipes & Drums

December 9, 2016 06:30 PM - 09:00 PM

The 822 Band brings an added panache to the squadron.

Band meets Friday evenings 1830-2030h (hours will be extended to 2100h later this fall).

If you're interested in learning to play an instrument in the band, common out! Bagpipers and drummers are always needed! Band members train in their respective instrument for most of the evening, followed by roughly a half hour practice time to march and play together, as a band! The band also performs in parades throughout the Region of Waterloo.

Band officer is 2Lt Mora.

Post last updated 17 SEP 2016 at 1407h.

Aerospace

December 12, 2016 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Aerospace!

1900-2100h Monday evenings unless otherwise advised.

Aerospace is one of 822 Squadrons stand out optional activities. Based for cadets of all ages, it encompasses a variety of learning activities based on the STEM outline (Science, Technology, Electronics & Math). Partners include, but not limited to, COMDEV & Lockheed Martin, to give cadets the edge in up to date schooling.

Aerospace includes classes in robotics, navigation, basic and advanced flight simulation skill building, UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) projects, Astronomy, Rocketry, and various citizenship trips generally within an hours drive from the CYDC building. There are two classes every Monday evening, close to an hour in duration. The classes rotate every few weeks to keep cadets interested, while providing hands on activities to best accommodate all types of learners.

This is an optional activity and cadets are encouraged to attend regularly to gain the full Aerospace experience. Individual cadet progress is tracked by the Aerospace Instructors.

Post last updated 17 SEP 2016 at 1405h.

-2Lt Wilson

Range

December 13, 2016 06:30 PM - 09:00 PM

Range constitutes one of the optional training programs offered at 822 Squadron.

Cadets are required to attend at least one range night per year in order to pass their level.

822 is one of the few cadet units that incorporates a regular range schedule into its training.

Post last updated 17 SEP 2016 at 1351h.

-2Lt Wilson

Effective Speaking and Debate!

December 13, 2016 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM

Effective speaking and debate team meets Tuesday nights at the CYDC (LHQ - local head quarters) from 1930-2100hrs unless otherwise specified by the officer in charge.

-2Lt Wilson

Regular Cadet Training Night

December 14, 2016 06:30 PM - 09:15 PM

Regular Cadet Training.

If you cannot make it out, cadets are to advise their Flight Commander (IC), or 2IC. In last minute circumstances, phone the building and call the extension listed on the website contact page.

Dress instruction changes week to week. Last Wed of every month is C1 dress, unless otherwise specified on the main page, or through the phone distribution system (weekly call outs). Winter dress comes into effect as specified by the CO, roughly around early to mid October, and back into summer dress in mid April. When in doubt, call your flight commander.

All cadets are required to achieve a 60% attendance rate to pass their level.

Regular training consists of the core of the air cadet program and contains information they need to succeed. Classes range from General Cadet knowledge, Range, Aviation subjects, to Citizenship!

Cadets who do not phone in their absence may not get top selection on various training, such as summer camps.

Parents are welcome to attend the closing parade which starts around 2100h to listen to announcements.

This is the official website of 822 Tutor Squadron. This is not a Canadian Forces Website. These pages are not intended to be, nor do they represent in any way, official comments, statistics or opinions of the Department of National Defence or the Air Cadet League of Canada.